$262,000
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,932 Sq Ft
0.84 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 12, 2026

$136 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

160 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.84 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Ranch Style House
  • Fenced Yard
  • Home Security System

About This Home

As of August 2026

Welcome to this well-updated, 4 bedroom, 2 bath home situated on a general .84-acre lot within the city limits. The home features an open floor plan with a bright kitchen and a living room with a gas fireplace. The primary bedroom offers a private, en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and dual shower heads, and a walk-in closet. A convenient office space off the kitchen provides flexible use and includes direct access to the primary bedroom. This office also features a built-in, stand-alone, Cabela's gun safe integrated into the wall.
Additional features include a large laundry room with a sink and cabinets for storage, a hardwired security system for added peace of mind and a fenced-in backyard. Originally built in 1954, the home has seen numerous updates within the past 5 years, giving it a refreshed, modern feel, while maintaining its character. With ample indoor and outdoor space, this property offers a unique opportunity within the Grinnell community.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paul Parmley

Iowa Realty Newton Listed on: 01/21/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Joyce Halblom

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,478

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 36,572 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Irregular Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,932 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Crawl Space

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1803602100

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,478

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0.84 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 144.93
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 135.61
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Slab
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1932
  • Total Sq Ft: 1932

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Open Patio
  • Fence Type: Chain Link, Partially Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage Sq Ft: 665
  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.8400
  • Lot S F: 36572
  • Lot Shape: Irregular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1803602100
  • Zoning: Res

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3478.50
  • Net Taxes: 3308.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: GrinnellNewburg

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 26, 2020
Closed on
May 27, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Daniel Birkenholz
Birkenholz Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$196,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,400
-10.64%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.81%
Original Mortgage
$190,605
Outstanding Balance
$165,174
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$114,723
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $196,500 None Available
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $190,605 New Conventional
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/12/2026 08/12/26 Sold $262,000 -6.4% $136 / Sq Ft
06/30/2026 06/30/26 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2026 05/15/26 Price Changed $280,000 -1.8% $145 / Sq Ft
03/13/2026 03/13/26 Price Changed $285,000 -1.7% $148 / Sq Ft
01/21/2026 01/21/26 For Sale $290,000 +47.6% $150 / Sq Ft
05/22/2020 05/22/20 Sold $196,500 -10.6% $102 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/22/2020 05/22/20 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2020 02/26/20 For Sale $219,900 -- $114 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,308 $224,800 $47,080 $177,720
2024 $3,270 $209,060 $47,080 $161,980
2023 $3,218 $209,060 $47,080 $161,980
2022 $3,188 $179,060 $34,940 $144,120
2021 $3,188 $168,920 $32,960 $135,960
2020 $1,902 $152,980 $32,960 $120,020
2019 $1,580 $97,760 $32,960 $64,800
2018 $1,502 $80,040 $32,960 $47,080
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 733118

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 3602100

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